"We've Got To Evolve" - Marshall AD Gerald Harrison Joins The ThunderCast

S6 E8 Marshall Director of Athletics Gerald Harrison is back on The ThunderCast — and there’s a lot to talk about. Now entering his second year leading Marshall Athletics, Harrison sits down with KD and Rus for a wide-ranging conversation about what’s been accomplished, what’s coming next, and how Marshall continues to evolve in a rapidly changing college athletics landscape. The conversation dives into *From the Mountains, Not the Sidelines*, the recently released paper co-authored by Harrison, Marshall President Brad D. Smith and Board of Governors Chair Kathy Eddy. Gerald breaks down Marshall Athletics’ goal of moving toward a 50/50 funding model, what that number actually means, and where the department sees opportunities for continued growth. The guys also get into the new Marshall Athletics Ring of Honor, premium experiences like the Dutch Miller Deck and The Porch, the importance of the Big Green, Marshall’s continued academic success, and where Gerald believes the athletic department still has opportunities to get better. And, of course, there’s plenty of Marshall conversation along the way. One year into the job, Gerald Harrison has a clear message about the future of Marshall Athletics: **“We’ve Got To Evolve.”** Stay connected with @ThunderCast_Pod across social media so you never miss an episode or ticket giveaway. Visit: ThunderCast.Online Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. The ThunderCast is brought to you each week by Leasure Oliver PLLC. If you are ever involved in a car accident, contact Leasure Oliver PLLC at 304CarWreck.com. Jason and Matt are local attorneys proudly serving West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. Be sure to follow them on Facebook. Five Things Every Herd Fan Needs To Know This Week is sponsored by Ignite Link, the Tri-State’s premier IT management team. For business IT and media consulting, contact Ignite Link at (304) 908-9424 or visit: ignite.link Follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Learn how you or your business can be part of The Thunder Trust. Follow The Thunder Trust on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Join the Big Green for as little as $8.33 per month to access exclusive Herd perks while helping provide critical scholarship funding for Marshall student-athletes. An all-new way to support Herd Athletics is here—at no cost to you. The next time you book a hotel, visit HerdHotels.com. It’s free, easy, and 50% of the booking commission goes directly back to Marshall Athletics. Always purchase tickets for all Marshall home games, away games, tournaments, and bowl games at HerdZone.com or by calling 800-THE-HERD.